2002 Jaguar S-Type Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 42%of 24 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 44,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2002 Jaguar S-Type, 42% of the 24 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 44,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Our 2002 Jaguar s type with 44,000 miles has transmissions problems. We contacted the dealer on several occasions and they will not stand by their vehicle. There have been numerous complaints regarding transmissions problems with the company. We need help getting this problems solved. Why should I have to spend thousands of dollars to fix. This is a $60,000 vehicle. Help.”
NHTSA complaint #10150477, filed 2006-02, 33,000 miles“The vehicle that I have a complaint in regards to is a 2002 Jaguar S-Type. The vehicle was driving sluggish and the transmission was not shifting at normalcy. I then took the vehicle in to the Jaguar dealership to be serviced and explained to them that a transmission fault light had been triggered. Upon their examination the dealership discovered the transmission needed to be replaced. I asked the dealership if they had many cars in with the same make and model as my vehicle with the same problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10260048, filed 2009-02, 92,880 miles“On july 14, 2010, my car starting driving sluggish, as if pulling heavy weight. The gear box fault light turned on. On 7-16-2010, I took my vehicle to the dealer and was told it would cost me $2,800 plus tax to change the gear box with a one year guarantee. My second option was to install a new transmission at a cost of over $5,000. Two months ago I spent $5,000 on a new electrical system and fuel injection. I don't know what to do since I am struggling as many financially. The dealer said there have not been any transmission problems with this model. …”
NHTSA complaint #10343642, filed 2010-07, 65,813 miles“- while driving the 2002 Jaguar s type with 30000 failure and current mileage at 40 MPH and accelerating up a hill the vehicle began to unexpectedly lose speed. The vehicle got to the top of the hill, then came down the hill, and it lost power. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road. The driver tried to restart the vehicle, but nothing happened. The vehicle had to be towed to the dealer who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced . The vehicle has not been repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10183480, filed 2007-02, 30,000 miles“Consumer stated that vehicle would not come out of park to go into drive. Took vehicle to dealer. Consumer had to engage the emergency brake to switch gears. Consumer feels Jaguar should recall all vehicles with rebuilt transmission with a extended warranty.”
NHTSA complaint #10046245, filed 2004-01, 15,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10097543Sep 16, 2013"concern: replacement of any anti-lock brake system (abs) control module does not fix the concern issue: various warning lights and messages appear in the (ipk) and a constant…
- 10053932Sep 16, 2013Jaguar: warning lights and messages being displayed in instrument pack (ipk), with constant beeping tone from park brake warning. Model s type (x200). No model year.
- 10212839Sep 20, 2012ZF Transmission ? Error message during reprogramming
- 10016593Jun 1, 20055-speed transmission - erratic or harsh shifts - valve body kit available - repair procedure.
- 10011485Apr 1, 2005Selector lever difficult to disengage from park - revised internal control lever - repair procedure. *tt update.
- 10012212Nov 1, 2004Dtc p0741 torque converter clutch does not lock up missing seal ring. This service bulletin supersedes 30703 dated 11/99.
- 10012380Jul 1, 2002Harsh/slow shifts - 3.0 l v6 vehicles - reprogram power train module.
- 10012377May 1, 2002Difficulty selecting range - stiff or restricted movement - revised selector lever cable.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1 | 14% |
| 2007 | 1 | 20% |
| 2006 | 3 | 18% |
| 2005 | 3 | 4% |
| 2004 | 7 | 28% |
| 2003 | 16 | 16% |
| 2002 | 10 | 42% |
| 2001 | 13 | 16% |
| 2000 | 41 | 29% |
Other parts of the 2002 Jaguar S-Type
6 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSuspension
2 complaintsTires
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaintsWheels
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Jaguar S-Type
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology